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Anthony Hernandez: Sean Strickland helped re-spark love for martial arts ahead of UFC Sacramento main event
MMA Fighting • • general
Key Points:
- Anthony Hernandez is set to face Gregory Rodrigues in the main event of UFC Sacramento, six months after losing to Sean Strickland, who is now a two-time middleweight champion.
- Hernandez has been training with Strickland and the Xtreme Couture team in Las Vegas, using the UFC Performance Institute to sharpen his skills and reignite his passion for martial arts.
- Despite his laid-back past demeanor, Hernandez is now highly focused and determined, having dedicated his summer away from home to training and chasing his ultimate goal.
- Hernandez boasts an 8-1 record in his last nine fights, with notable wins over Roman Dolidze, Roman Kopylov, Michel Pereira, and Brendan Allen.
- Rodrigues aims for his first UFC main event win after a recent 3-0 streak, including a first-round knockout of Brunno Ferreira, while Hernandez respects Rodrigues but is ready for a fierce battle.
